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Close-Up

NR 1990 Crime, Drama · 1h 38m
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This fiction-documentary hybrid uses a sensational real-life event—the arrest of a young man on charges that he fraudulently impersonated the well-known filmmaker Mohsen Makhmalbaf—as the basis for a stunning, multilayered investigation into movies, identity, artistic creation, and existence, in which the real people from the case play themselves.

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About Close-Up

Close-Up is a remarkable hybrid of fiction and documentary, spurred by the real-life arrest of a man accused of impersonating filmmaker Mohsen Makhmalbaf. Kiarostami crafts a multilayered investigation into the nature of cinema, identity, and existence, using the actual people involved in the case to play themselves. The film explores the allure and deception inherent in filmmaking, blurring the lines between reality and performance. Through this lens, Close-Up delves into the human desire for recognition and the transformative power of art.

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Directed by Abbas Kiarostami, Close-Up features a cast of both professional and non-professional actors, lending to its authentic and realistic feel. Hossain Sabzian plays himself, the central figure accused of impersonating filmmaker Mohsen Makhmalbaf. Monoochehr Ahankhah portrays himself as the head of the family who Sabzian attempts to deceive. Mahrokh Ahankhah is also featured as herself, the wife of Monoochehr. Abolfazl Ahankhah and Mehrdad Ahankhah portray their respective roles as sons of the family. Nayer Mohseni Zonoozi appears as herself.

What people like about Close-Up

Viewers praise Close-Up for its innovative approach to storytelling, its thought-provoking exploration of identity, and its seamless blend of documentary and fiction. Many appreciate Kiarostami's ability to create a compelling narrative using real people and events, highlighting the film's authenticity and emotional resonance. Critics often note the film's profound impact on the viewer, prompting reflection on the power of cinema and the complexities of human nature.

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Movie Score

80%

Released

May 9, 1990

Director

Abbas Kiarostami

Cast

Hossain Sabzian, Monoochehr Ahankhah, Mahrokh Ahankhah, Abolfazl Ahankhah, Mehrdad Ahankhah, Nayer Mohseni Zonoozi

Genre

Crime, Drama

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